Brian M. Dougherty

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Brian Dougherty is a Partner in the Chicago office of GRSM. He brings a wealth of experience to the firm as he represents clients with matters under local, state and federal anti-discrimination laws, employment termination, breach of contract, and breach of fiduciary duty. He also handles professional liability matters, product liability, construction negligence, construction defects, and premises liability cases involving contractors, subcontractors, and architects. Brian also has experience representing clients in disputes under the Uniform Commercial Code, trade secrets, business torts, and preference avoidance actions under the United States Bankruptcy Code. He also advises clients on compliance with state and federal employment laws, including reviewing and drafting employee handbooks and employment contracts, as well as counseling client’s human resources personnel on investigations into workplace discrimination, harassment, and discipline.

Brian has litigated many complex landlord/tenant matters, including casualty insurance, accelerated rent and lienholder rights, and has counseled clients concerning their business practices based on recent developments and changes in the law. He regularly practices in Cook and DuPage Counties, as well as in federal court. Brian has successfully argued numerous pre-trial motions and also participates in settlement conferences, arbitrations and trials.

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Amendments to Illinois Human Rights Act to Regulate Use of AI in Employment Decisions

Workplace Transparency Act Amendments to Impact Employment, Severance, and Settlement Agreements

Partner Brian Dougherty Authors Article on Construction Negligence in DCBA Brief

Illinois Expands Paid Military Leave for Funeral Honors Detail

New Paystub Obligations for Illinois Employers

Illinois Human Rights Act Amendments Extend Limitations Period and Introduce Two New Protected Classes